At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

This role will be On-site in our office located in Mississauga daily Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

Job Summary

SHN is looking to hire a Summer Student within our Department of Specialty Pharmacy. Within the pharmacy team, the Student will support the pharmacy in processing medication orders and drug inventory management. The Student will also work on special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager and Supervisor. The Student will effectively manage all assigned

tasks and responsibilities within the required timelines.

What You'll Do:

Specialty Pharmacy

• Prepare medication orders for review by the pharmacist
• Work on special projects and initiatives
• Utilize systems to process medication orders (Health Watch, SAP)
• Maintain medication inventory levels in the pharmacy
• Place orders for medications and supplies that are required
• Review medication inventory for expiries and remove from inventory
• Follow up with patient files and pharmacy deliveries
• Review faxes received in pharmacy and follow up with action items
• Filing of prescription hard copies for storage
• Maintain a clean and tidy workspace in the pharmacy
• Responsible for special projects
• Assume other tasks and responsibilities as assigned

Required Skills

•Working towards a post-secondary education in a related field

•Ability to effectively communicate with all related internal teams

•Ability to work independently and in a team setting

•Ability to problem solve

• Ability to multi-task

•Excellent interpersonal skills

•Excellent time management skills

•Must be comfortable working with Microsoft Office

•Pharmacy experience is an asset

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a competitive pay program and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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